Author: Joseph Morales

Accessibility Upgrades Nearly Complete at Major South Bronx Subway Station

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By Joseph Morales

The 3 Av-149th St subway station is one of the busiest subway stations in The Bronx. Its location in The Hub section of The Bronx is one of the borough’s busiest cultural and commercial centers. The station is also just a few blocks away from St. Mary’s Park which has a slew of sports fields and is one of the larger green spaces in The Bronx. Other major destinations include  the Bronx Documentary Center and The Dominican Consulate’s Bronx location. In addition, many Bronxites from neighborhoods north of the station take the Bx15 and Bx41-SBS bus routes to access the subway here. In fact, MTA data from 2019 shows that the transfer between the Bx15 and the subway at the 3 Av-149th St station was the most popular bus to subway transfer in the Bronx by more than 1,000 daily riders. The station should continue to get even busier as the South Bronx is one of the faster growing areas of NYC. 

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New Amtrak Routes Could Bolster Connections Between New York and Pennsylvania

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  The states of New York and Pennsylvania are interconnected in a plethora of ways. For starters, New Yorkers love to take advantage of the state’s many tourist and recreation spots. This includes places from the majestic landscapes of the Poconos to the charming and bustling streets of Philadelphia. Many NY families also visit Pennsylvania’s many amusement destinations including Dorney Park in Allentown, Sesame Place in Langhorne, and the three indoor water parks in the Poconos. In addition, many New Yorkers are likely headed to Pennsylvania to visit family and friends this holiday season. This is because Pennsylvania ranked third among states New Yorkers moved to in 2023, beating California by about 7,500 people. 

Philadelphia skyline as seen from parking lot in Philadelphia’s Elmwood Park neighborhood.
Signage and design at entrance to Kalahari Waterpark Resort in Pocono Manor, PA.
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CitiBike Expansion Set To Change Micromobility in Eastern Brooklyn

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By Joseph Morales

First started in 2013, CitiBike has grown immensely popular throughout New York City since its inception. The bikeshare program, owned by Lyft, serves over 1,000 cyclists daily with 25,000 bikes from over 1,500 stations across four boroughs and parts of New Jersey. CitiBike has been substantially used everywhere it has been implemented with many using it to go to work, run errands or just have fun. Lyft even has an “Explore NYC” page on its website where it has the names of some popular spots to ride and includes the phrase “See the sights. All of ‘em.” This indicates just how much CitiBike can truly be used for recreation. 

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Hunter College Subway Station Now Fully Accessible

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The 68th St-Hunter College station on the 6 train is one of the busier subway stations on Manhattan’s Upper East Side(UES). The station is the primary station serving its namesake Hunter College and its tens of thousands of students and faculty. Outside of the college, the station is within walking distance of several important destinations such as the Central Park Zoo, the Asia Society and Museum and the Hospital for Special Surgery. The station is also located in one of NYC’s most populated and congested residential communities. In addition, data from the NYC Department of City Planning shows that only 30% of UES residents own cars. This coupled with the various destinations the station serves leads to 20,000 riders relying on it daily based on MTA figures. 

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Several Queens LIRR Stations Set To Become Fully Accessible

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The Long Island Rail Road(LIRR) is a vital mode of transportation for thousands of Queens residents. This is especially true in Southeastern Queens, where many communities are miles from a subway station. In addition, the railroad is the only means that many have to get to Long Island and major reverse commuting destinations such as Mineola and Rockville Centre. Many LI residents also rely on the railroad to get to Queens given the number of areas such as Long Island City and Forest Hills that are hard to drive to. According to data from the NYC Department of City Planning, 37% of Queens residents do not have access to a car. This demonstrates just how critical the LIRR is to the mobility of residents.

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New Law Aims To Reduce Speeding in Connecticut After Year of Crackdowns

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By Joseph Morales

    Connecticut’s highways are among the busiest in the Northeast. Data from fleet management company, Coast, shows that five of the ten northeast cities with the busiest highways are located in the Constitution State. This makes sense as the state’s highway arteries such as Interstate 95 and 91 are the primary means most have to get between cities or travel significant distances. These also serve as critical travel nodes for anyone trying to traverse the Northeast as CT is directly in between New York and Boston. 

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More Bus Lanes Are Coming To The City’s Busiest Bus Route

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  The M15 Local/SBS is the busiest bus route in Manhattan and all of New York City. MTA statistics show that this route has ranked number 1 in ridership for five straight years. The M15 has also had at least three million more riders than the next busiest route in each of the last two years. This is no surprise as the M15 is the only form of transit serving the entirety of Second/First Avenues in Manhattan, which is considered by many to be due for a full length subway line. The route runs from East Harlem/125th St at its northern point, to South Ferry in the Financial District.

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How Could Transportation Be Improved On Roosevelt Island?

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By Joseph Morales

    For many, Roosevelt Island is a relaxing reprieve from all of the hustle and bustle of New York City. The roughly two mile island is known for its verdant parks and picturesque views of the Manhattan skyline, making it popular with tourists and locals alike. Almost 12,000 people live on the Island. Its location is directly sandwiched between Manhattan and Queens with the Queensboro Bridge running above its center. Between the iconic Roosevelt Island Tram, the F Train and the NYC Ferry, there are a plethora of transportation modes for getting on and off the Island. The island is also served by the Q102 bus to Astoria, Queens and the free Red Bus that traverses the island. 

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NYC Is Looking To Upgrade Another Western Queens Open Street

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By Joseph Morales

  New York City’s Open Streets program has helped New Yorkers to rethink what streets can be used for besides travel. Since 2020, many New Yorkers have rode their bicycle, ate al fresco at a restaurant, or engaged in another recreational activity on an open street. Others have used them to simply hang out or enjoy having more space than the city’s bustling sidewalks can typically offer. Besides being a fun place to be, open streets have made walking and cycling significantly safer in these areas than it was before the open streets program.

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The Last Station on Church Ave is Finally Becoming Fully Accessible

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Church Avenue is one of the busiest commercial corridors in Central Brooklyn. The street is lined with a plethora of retailers and restaurants. They include everything from large national chains to ethnic offerings from around the world. The corridor also sits just two blocks away from Prospect Park and its largest cluster of sports fields in the Prospect Park Parade Grounds.

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